Wildfire smoke linked to increase in COVID-19 cases and deaths
Thousands of COVID-19 cases and deaths in California, Oregon, and Washington between March and December 2020 may be attributable to...
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Fishing, strip clubs and golf: How male-focused networking in medicine blocks female colleagues from top jobs
Building relationships with colleagues outside of work is important for career development. 10'000 Hours/Digital Vision via Getty Images Women have...
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Do you need a second booster shot? An epidemiologist scoured the latest research and has some answers
The CDC recommends the second booster for those over 50 who received their initial booster shot at least four months...
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The FDA approved a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s, but Medicare won’t always pay for it – a doctor explains what researchers know about Biogen’s Aduhelm
An illustration of amyloid plaques within the human brain, characteristic features of Alzheimer's. By 2060, approximately 14 million Americans are...
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Why we can’t ‘boost’ our way out of the COVID-19 pandemic for the long term
Although the COVID-19 vaccines have saved millions of lives, they have been insufficient at preventing breakthrough infections. Andriy Onufriyenko/Moment via...
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Health insurance coverage for kids through Medicaid and CHIP helps their moms too
Family stability can benefit a whole household. Thomas Barwick/DigitalVision via Getty Images The Research Brief is a short take about...
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Beer and spirits have more detrimental effects on the waistline and on cardiovascular disease risk than red or white wine
Researchers are working to tease apart how various alcohol types contribute to weight gain and disease risk. pixhook/E+ via Getty...
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Should you wear a mask on a plane, bus or train when there’s no mandate? 4 essential reads to help you decide
It is now up to individuals whether to wear masks in airports and other mass transit areas. AP Photo/Evan Vucci...
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A Cure for Allergies? Chicagoland Pediatrician May Have The Key
Itching and watery eyes, perhaps so swollen that it’s actually scary. Ragged and wheezy breathing. Sneezes so constant the shoulders...
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5 Tips On How To Get Rid Off Unhealthy Eating Habits After College
College students do not enjoy the best diet. They have limited resources, are always rushing to class, and want to...
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